Untreated severe hypertension may eventually lead to congestive cardiac failure
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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A clinic nurse assesses a client who has limited English-speaking ability. The child interprets for the client. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
A) Obtain a professional interpreter. B) Talk directly to the interpreter. C) Teach the family member the appropriate medical terminology. D) Use the family member as a source for improving cultural competence.
A 5-year-old boy presents to the emergency department with a history of a motor vehicle accident. He was restrained in the backseat, and the car was hit head on. He has a swollen and deformed left thigh. He is in extreme pain
He has frequent muscle spasms. X-rays reveal a midshaft femur fracture. As you prepare the child prior to surgery, you will assist with anticipatory guidance as well as show and discuss a spica cast. What information will be helpful to this young boy? 1. A hard cast from your waist to your toes will protect your leg so it can heal. 2. We can put a cast like yours on your bear. 3. The IV will give you medicine to make you sleep, wake up, and help with the pain. 4. All of the above.
A female patient tells the nurse, "I'm allergic to tetracycline. I always get a yeast infection when I take it." Select the nurse's best response
1. Tell the patient, "A yeast infection is not actually an allergic reaction. You can safely take the drug." 2. Say to the patient, "Tell me about other reactions or changes you experience when you take tetracycline." 3. Inform the patient, "I will record the allergy in your medical records so that the drug will never be given to you." 4. Say to the patient, "Yeast reactions are a common problem for women, but they are not related to medications."
____________________ care is a form of therapy designed to maintain the patient's highest state of wellness.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).